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Missouri State Falls 66-64 to Valparaiso - Recap

Valparaiso got 22 points from All Wright as they ran past Missouri State 66-64 on Wednesday at Athletics-Recreation Center.

Valparaiso won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -2.5-point spread.

Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro had 18 points for Valparaiso and Cooper Schwieger chipped in with 16 points. Jefferson De La Cruz Monegro had 3 assists for them, while Cooper Schwieger was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Missouri State got a 17-point performance from Vincent Brady II, who was supported by 12 points from Michael Osei-Bonsu. Michael Osei-Bonsu had 4 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Michael Osei-Bonsu grabbed 9 rebounds.

Valparaiso trailed at halftime, 30-27.

Missouri State had a 39-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Valparaiso heads into a battle against Southern Illinois. Missouri State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Illinois State.